Emile Smith Rowe joins Fulham in club record deal | OneFootball

Emile Smith Rowe has officially moved from Arsenal to Fulham for approximately £34 million.

The 24-year-old attacking midfielder returned from Arsenal’s tour in the United States on Monday evening to finalise the move.

BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: Emile Smith Rowe of Arsenal warms up prior to the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Brentford and Arsenal at Gtech Community Stadium on September 27, 2023. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Fulham agreed to a club-record fee, paying £27 million upfront with an additional £7 million in potential addons.

Smith Rowe, who has struggled with injuries, made only three Premier League starts last season.

Despite signing a new contract in 2021 and taking the No 10 shirt, his opportunities at Arsenal had diminished and while the majority of the Arsenal fanbase will be devastated about Smith Rowe leaving, they also know that the time is probably right given the club’s ambitions and the midfielder’s need to find form.

Smith Rowe joined Arsenal’s academy in 2010 and made his senior debut in 2018. He gained prominence during the 2020-2021 season, scoring his first Premier League goal against West Bromwich Albion. Smith Rowe was pivotal in Arsenal’s attacking midfield, contributing key goals and assists.

Despite his potential, injuries and the arrival of new players limited his playing time further.